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Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Feathered Winter Choir

Remember I mentioned yesterday that my backyard was filled with birdsong? Well, this morning, with camera near at hand, I was ready for my fine-feathered friends.

It's cold and blustery today, and the birds have been at the feeders with a vengeance. For all the plummeting temperatures, they still sit on barren branches filling the air with the sweetest of songs. It was as if I were listening to a choir in a grand cathedral. The Choir of the Great Outdoors!

Here's a feather thought to ponder... if these little sparrows can sing their hearts out in the middle of winter, maybe singing would be a cheery way to help us out when we're experiencing our own midwinter doldrums.

Lin, what is that saying that goes around -- sing like no one can hear you? Why not! And if that includes chirps and warbles, let's go for it!

Sherri, I used to 'fret' about my little birds being out in the cold, until the good Lord reminded me, they have their own down- feather coats! As warm as any downy feather bed! I laughed to think of it!

"Lord, give me an open heart to find You everywhere, to glimpse the heaven enfolded in a bud, and experience eternity in the smallest act of love." ~ Mother Teresa

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Welcome to It's A Beautiful Life. Sometimes I wonder what I could still have to chat about after ten years of blogging. But set me in front of my keyboard and words continue to spill out. For this is still my favourite place to write and connect with fellow kindred spirits. Every day arrives with new gifts and blessings to enjoy ... and write about. It's a privilege to share the journey with you. If the ride gets bumpy, keep watching for glimpses of heaven in unexpected places. And take "courage, dear hearts." (C.S. Lewis) Hugs, Brenda xox